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Choosing what to wear the first day of school — and every day thereafter — is no small decision. Here’s a look at Some trends for kids heading back to school.

Choosing what to wear the first day of school — and every day thereafter — is no small decision. Here’s a look at Some trends for kids heading back to school.

Teen girls

After viewing the runways of Paris, Teen Vogue believes the military trend will continue in this fall, especially when the look is paired with feminine details. A camouflage miniskirt ruffled with sheer tulle or an army-green vest with surplus pockets paired with a pretty scarf will turn any teenage girl into a fashionista.

When school is back in session, teen girls will want to make their lockers both practical and stylish with locker storage accessories, according to Seventeen Magazine. They come in pretty colors and cool patterns and are equipped with mirrors, white boards and pockets.

Teen boys

Forget baggy, oversized jeans. The “Trends” page at www.UrbanOutfitters.com is showing lots of skinny jeans for teen boys. When worn with Converse or boat shoes and cuffed, these jeans create a cool, laid-back image.

Retro is the back-to-school look for school-age girls, said Jill Bartnicki, owner of Jack and Jill’s Children’s Boutique in Bloomingdale, Ill.

“Especially styles from the ’70s and ’80s,” Bartnicki said. “We see lots of tie-dye, funky leg warmers and comfortable leggings or capris.”

Girls can replace their brown bags with printed lunch totes when they return to school this year. Good Housekeeping rated Built Tortuga totes as one of the best lunch boxes because it keeps food cool for at least two hours and has hip designs that are popular with girls. These totes also feature soft-grip handles and zippers.

Younger boys

“Boys love to go back to school in nylon athletic pants because they’re so comfortable,” said Bob Geisheker, owner of a clothing boutique in Burr Ridge, Ill., geared toward school-age boys. “They’re lightweight and usually zip on the bottom of the pant legs. Very popular.”

Fill boys’ backpacks with eco-friendly school supplies this year, such as notebooks and rulers made from recycled products, and biodegradable pens made from corn.

“As a teacher with an interest in environmentalism, I think it’s great to see more students with green supplies,” said Scott Chappelle, who teaches sixth grade in Chicago.

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